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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Camille Chorley

Japanese fans praised for ‘wonderful’ gesture after Wembley win

Japanese football fans were filmed tidying up their section of Wembley Stadium following their team’s 1-0 victory over England.

Footage of supporters bagging up their own rubbish was shared by the stadium’s official X account, quickly drawing widespread praise online for their conduct.

The stadium also thanked the Japanese football team in the post.

Japanese supporters have long been admired globally for cleaning up after matches, regardless of the result.

"This is brilliant," one commented, while another added, "We could and should learn a great deal from these wonderful people."

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